hey i need help in deciding what martial art to choose.
i am 17 yrs old and i am very fit. i go to gym 3 times a week and i am very strong. i have some experience in karate which i was forced to do when i was 12 but it was too boring for me so i played soccer and thus how i got into fitness.
well really what i need to know is a good martial art that involves fast reactions and preferbly punching and kicking.
i have grown up in melbourne and i live the normal teenage lifestyle of goin out partying and occasionally getting into street fights because of my environment and the people i hang around.
if anyone could help it would be appreciated
i dont need to learn grappling forms of martial arts since most of my fights vary in how many people involved and usually people get droped in a few hits so grappling would be useless in a gang situation.
weapons are sometimes involed so i need something to get my reactions faster.
any suggestions?
2007-12-30 03:14:21 · 6 answers · asked by Ivan M 1 in Sports ➔ Martial Arts
I would shop around and look for the best instructor that teaches not just the traditional aspects of a martial art but also the self-defense aspects and has a strong background in that as well as teaches close in fighting and self-defense against weapons. Some styles that generally do this that come to mind are Krave Magna, Kempo, and some of your traditional karate styles if the instructor and program contains what I mentioned above. Some karate styles and instructors get so wrapped up in the long and medium range techniques like kicking, striking, and punching and neglect those close range techniques like knees and elbows. Another example is a program that concentrates on the sports and kata aspects of an art and has a weak self-defense program. So shop the instructor as well as the style and you will be more apt to find what you are looking for.
2007-12-30 05:22:38 · answer #1 · answered by samuraiwarrior_98 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look like Karate not work for you...
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2007-12-30 16:11:45 · answer #2 · answered by ng_laozang 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are looking for a stand-up style martial art. Stand-up styles utilize punching, kicking and blocking as the main focus of their art. A student learns various stances, footwork and combinations in practice, which vary in appearance and application depending on the style. Stand-up styles include:
Kung Fu
Tae Kwon Do
Krav Maga
Wushu
San Shou
Muay Thai/Boran
Search for the nearest martial arts centre that teaches anyone of these.
2007-12-30 13:30:59 · answer #3 · answered by Lolcat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello Ivan,
I'm sorry to here that Karate did not work for you, it is a good art.
It sounds like you're interested in more of non-traditional aspect of Martial arts.
Personally boxing helped me with my reflexes and speed. I know allot of martial artist might not agree with this but boxing is good for ones footwork, strength and endurance. Its also more "modern", its just like going to the gym. Plus this is a good start for you. From their you could transition to kick boxing or what ever you please( this is just my suggestion.)
You should also look around in your area of what kinds of Martial Arts are available to you. Try the ones that are interesting and fun for you so that you make sure its not boring.
Hope this helps and try not to get into allot of fights :)
2007-12-30 15:36:14 · answer #4 · answered by Phil Mar N. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look for a more modern style of martial arts. Krav Maga, muay thai, or certain styles of kung fu might have the kind of instant energy and applications that you're looking for. Check out some clips on youtube to get a better sense of what styles you may like. I practice Isshinryu karate, which is great, but it's not going to help you out in the short run.
At the same time, the simply answer is to get out of the party scene where you find yourself getting in street fights. It doesn't matter how much martial arts you know, the moment someone pulls a knife that has the slightest idea how to use it, you're dead or in the hospital.
2007-12-31 11:14:10 · answer #5 · answered by Patrick S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i say you should take some kind of kung fu
2007-12-30 12:32:38 · answer #6 · answered by ewqqewqew 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋